The Weeknd has etched his name into music history, becoming the first artist ever to have one song surpass five billion streams on Spotify, Guinness World Records has confirmed.
The record-breaking feat further cements the Canadian singer’s dominance in global music, setting a benchmark no other artist has reached on the world’s largest streaming platform. While The Weeknd has consistently shattered records over the years, this milestone stands out as a truly unprecedented moment for both his career and the industry at large.
Although Guinness didn’t specify the exact track, fans widely believe the honor goes to his mega-hit Blinding Lights. Since its release, the synth-driven anthem has become a cultural staple, topping charts worldwide, inspiring countless covers and remixes, and maintaining its replay value years later.
With this achievement from Guinness World Records, The Weeknd has once again raised the bar for streaming success, showing just how far a single song can resonate in the digital age. For the industry, it’s a moment that redefines what’s possible. For The Weeknd, it’s another historic chapter in a career built on breaking boundaries.
The Weeknd becomes the first artist in history to have 22 songs with 1 billion streams each on Spotify. pic.twitter.com/j8jGQzWK5Y
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